Copyright, Fair Use, & Plagiarism for Faculty
MWCC makes every effort to assure the accuracy of the information in this guide, but does not offer it as counsel or legal advice. Consult your own attorney for advice concerning your specific situation.
How can I tell if something is in the public domain?
- Copyright Term and the Public DomainOne chart explains it all!
- Exemptions for InstructorsThis tool assists in identifying if an intended use meets the requirements of the copyright law.
COMIC BOOK
- Tales from the Public Domain: Bound by Law?This digital comic book incorporates famous images, song lyrics, and quotes into the story as a way to demonstrate fair use.
Public Domain Slider
This handy tool allows you to decide if a work is protected by copyright and published first in the U.S.A. Once the copyright on a work expires, the work is considered to be in the public domain and can be freely duplicated, used, and altered. The following will help you determine if a work is in the public domain: (Requires FLASH)
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